Teaching Assistant

Wickersley Northfield Primary School, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 2HL

23 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  11 May 2026

• Closing date

  10 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  18 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday , 8:45am-15:15pm
• Contract type: Fixed term - 9 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583-£25,989 Pro rata

What skills and experience we're looking for

-A commitment to ongoing staff development and thedevelopment of others.

-A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfareof children and young people.

-Communicates effectively & confidently.

-NQF Level 2 qualification in supporting teaching and learning orevidence of the equivalent level of knowledge gained throughexperience.

-Working in an environment where literacy and numeracyskills have been demonstrated.

-Using a range of computer applications and ICT includingword processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentationsoftware, internet and e-mail.

-Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of pupils.

-Understanding of national/foundation stage curriculumand other learning programmes.

-Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation eg:child protections and health and safety.

-Experience of working with special educational needs

-Practical knowledge of contributing to a range ofteaching and learning activities.

-Understanding of how children develop and learn.

-Experience of working in a school.

-Experience of working as a teaching assistant or equivalentincluding working with children with complex needs.

What the school offers its staff

● Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

● Access to workplace and welbeing support services.

● A genuine sense of belonging in a family of schools rooted in strong values.

● A comprehensive induction and support programme.

● A culture where curiosity, colaboration, joy and chalenge drive professional growth.

● A real commitment to work–life balance: your welbeing matters to us. We want you to thrive, both at work and beyond it.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

The successful candidate will:

● will be committed to our school and Trust vision and values.

● will be driven, proactive and positive with a commitment to continuously improving their own standards.

● are an excelent practitioner who is competent in literacy and numeracy.

● have a knowledge and understanding of phonics and early reading.

● can motivate and inspire children as active learners.

● hold children and adults with unconditional positive regard at al times.

● can build positive professional relationships with al pupils and staff.

● are able to work independently and as a part of a team with initiative.

● are punctual, energetic, wel-motivated and flexible.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

WNP Job Advert (1).docx.pdf - 2.68 MB (opens in new tab)

Teaching Assistant - Job Description & Person Specification (1).pdf - 231 KB (opens in new tab)

About Wickersley Northfield Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 445 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wickersley Northfield Primary School website
• Email address: enquiries@wnp.wwpat.org
• Phone number: 01709543704
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wickersley-northfield-primary-school-rotherham

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